InfoPass is a free online service that lets you schedule an appointment with a USCIS immigration officer. This may be something you want to do if you are waiting on answers from your fiance visa or spousal visa application.
Read More »Should I Marry my British Fiance in the UK or the US?
If you are reading this, chances are you are an American who fell in love with a Brit, or a Brit who fell in love with an American. This post will focus on couples who plan to get married and settle in the United States, and wish for the British citizen to obtain permanent residency in the US with a green card. If you are looking to settle in the UK, you will need to contact a UK based attorney.
Read More »Obtaining a Philippine NBI Clearance
Philippine-born immigrant visa applicants 16 years and over are required to furnish certificates issued by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). The green NBI certificate annotated for travel abroad is the correct certificate. Other colors are for local use only.
Read More »Getting a Philippine Death Certificate
Death certificates can be obtained on security paper (preferred method) from the PSA or at www.ecensus.com.ph.
Certified copies can be obtained from local civil registrars. As in the cases of birth and marriage certificates of deaths occurring since 1946 are obtainable from the National Census and Statistics Office.
Read More »Getting a Philippine Birth Certificate
When attending the Embassy Interview for the K-1 Fiancée Visa, K-3 Spousal Visa or CR1 Visa, the applicant is required to bring their birth certificate. Applicants may obtain birth certificates at any PSA branch for a small fee. Relatives in the Philippines may obtain these documents. The PSA can also provide an index of all children born to an applicant. Birth certificates can also be ordered on the website www.ecensus.com.ph.
Read More »Converting to Islam to “Legally” Divorce in the Philippines
The Philippines is the only country other than the Vatican that outlaws divorce. That’s why it’s no surprise that so many of our customers are surprised to find out that their Filipina fiance cannot qualify for a K1 fiance visa and be with them in the United States due to a previous unresolved marriage.
Read More »Visa Bulletin for October 2024
The latest green card waiting lists as of October 2024 The U.S. Department of State released its Visa Bulletin for October 2024. This monthly update is important if you’re waiting for a green card because it shows how long you might have to wait. In October, there were several changes across the family- and employment-based […]
Read More »U.S. Visas Just Got Easier to Obtain in the Philippines
If you plan to apply for a U.S. visa from the Philippines, we have good news for you! The U.S. Embassy is making big changes to the application process starting September 28th, 2024. Buckle up, because we've got all the details for you. New Visa Application Center (VAC) There's a brand new Visa Application Center (VAC) opening its doors in Parañaque […]
Read More »Parole in Place for Married Couples and Stepchildren: A Path to U.S. Citizenship
Exciting news for undocumented immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens and their children! The government is offering a new program called "parole in place" (PIP) that could lead to a green card and eventually, citizenship. What’s PIP? PIP, or Parole In Place, is a program that grants temporary lawful status for specific individuals to […]
Read More »Dual Citizenship and Property Ownership in the Philippines: A Guide
Are you a Filipino-American wondering if you can still own property in the Philippines after becoming a U.S. citizen? The good news is, you can! The Dual Citizenship Law allows Filipino-Americans to retain their Filipino citizenship while becoming U.S. citizens.This means you can enjoy the benefits of both countries, including the right to own property in the Philippines. What Can […]
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